The start of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire means Wes can finally get back to his seasonal job and distract himself from his recent messy break-up. There’s plenty for him to think about at the Faire, such as his role as a wandering flower merchant, the overwhelming August heat, and Carlo, who plays a handsome knight.<br><br>Carlo is the exact opposite of Wes’s ex, Phillip, who won’t let their relationship die easily. The young knight is sweet and caring and chivalrous, but Wes has sworn to himself he’s not ready to jump back into dating yet.<br><br>When Carlo collapses off his horse during a joust, Wes has to confront his own feelings for his new friend, as well as Phillip’s constant attempts to win him back.

Heat Wave: Manheim

A few customers actually came to Wes while each of the knights boasted their statuses and titles and deeds. The whole time he kept one eye on the jousting field, watching Sir Charles making his passes, striking the targets each time. Wes noticed that he wasn’t as accurate as usual. He only struck the edge of one target, and the rings barely found their way onto his lance. Wes had to count the money his customers handed him twice because he wasn’t paying attention the first time.


Chapter 12